Preserving India’s military heritage and honouring the supreme sacrifices of its armed forces, Minister of State for Defence (Raksha Rajya Mantri) Sanjay Seth officially launched the revamped Gallantry Awards Portal ([https://gallantryawards.gov.in](https://gallantryawards.gov.in)) in New Delhi on November 12, 2026.
Designed as an authentic, comprehensive digital repository, the upgraded platform chronicles India’s wars, military operations, and the extraordinary courage of its Gallantry Awardees since independence. Defence Secretary Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh and senior officials from the Ministry of Defence attended the launch event.
A Modern, Citizen-Centric Experience
Built with a focus on accessibility and ease of use, the redeveloped portal features a responsive design, intuitive navigation, and an upgraded User Interface (UI) and User Experience (UX). Citizens can explore India’s rich military history through several dedicated sections:
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Awardees & Events: Detailed profiles of decorated soldiers and records of key commemorative ceremonies.
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Warpedia & Gallantrypedia: In-depth articles and encyclopedic entries documenting military operations and acts of valour.
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Memorials, Museums & Media: Visual archives and information on national war memorials.
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Interactive Tribute Section: A digital space allowing citizens from across the globe to pay direct homage to the nation’s bravehearts.
Inspiring the Youth Through ‘Veer Gatha’
A standout highlight of the revamped portal is its dedicated digital hub for Project Veer Gatha. Each edition of the initiative now has its own comprehensive page bringing together introductions, themes, timelines, evaluation criteria, rewards, student activities, and felicitation galleries under one roof.
By connecting young minds directly with the real-life stories of Gallantry Awardees, Veer Gatha encourages students to learn about military valour and express their inspiration through creative submissions. Since its inception, the programme has witnessed massive participation growth:
| Metric | First Edition | Fifth Edition |
| Student Participation | ~8 Lakh | Over 1.92 Crore |
| Participating Schools | 4,788 | 1.9 Lakh |
| Global Reach | Domestic focus | 28,005 students across 91 CBSE schools in 18 countries |
By uniting historical documentation with interactive youth engagement, the revamped Gallantry Awards Portal aims to foster a deeper sense of patriotism and ensure the stories of India’s bravest continue to inspire generations to come.
